TREK - Machu Picchu, Peru, 9D8N (June 2019)

Visit South America and travel to Peru on an adventure from mountain to jungle, and seaside to great plains. Visit Peru's incredible natural and historical sights on this awesome adventure. Retrace the steps of the Incas to Machu Picchu, admire colonial cities, explore vibrant markets and meet the locals in this South American country with a difference. Return home with incredible memories of the panoramas and people of Peru. The Lares Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu for those who seek an enthralling insight into the Andean life further off the beaten track as well as sensational views of the mountains and the surrounding valleys. The Lares Valley lies to the east of the Urubamba range, traversing part of the Sacred Valley. Blessed with fecund plains and a fruitful climate, the Sacred Valley was the cradle of the Inca civilization during the 14th and 15th centuries.

At a glance:

Medicinal Hot springs

Calca Ruins

Views of the several spectacular snow-capped peaks over 5000m and glacial lakes

Exploration of the Andean village of Wakawasi and the waterfalls

Sights of several species such as the Andean llamas, Alpacas, Ibis and Geese